15 Therapist-Approved Ways to Manage and Understand Anxiety Paranoia
Paranoia doesn’t come out of nowhere. It’s rooted in your brain’s built-in survival system, specifically the amygdala, which scans your environment for potential threats. When this system becomes overactive, it starts interpreting neutral or ambiguous cues as danger. A passing glance, a delayed reply, or a shift in tone can suddenly feel loaded with meaning. Your brain isn’t trying to sabotage you — it’s trying to keep you safe, often based on past experiences where being vigilant was necessary.
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